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First Couple to produce a variety of content under their HIGHER GROUND imprint Hollywood, Calif. -- President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama have entered into a multi-year agreement to produce films and series with Netflix, the world’s leading internet entertainment service. The Obamas will produce a diverse mix of content, including the potential for scripted series, unscripted series, docu-series, documentaries and features. These projects will be available to the 125 million member Netflix households in 190 countries. The Obamas have established Higher Ground Productions as the entity under which they will produce content for Netflix. “One of the simple joys of our time in public service was getting to meet so many fascinating people from all walks of life, and to help them share their experiences with a wider audience,” said President Obama. “That’s why Michelle and I are so excited to partner with Netflix – we hope to cultivate and curate the talented, inspiring...

When Barack Obama became president some right wing conservatives (who back then were called values voters) bucked tradition and tried somethng new.  Many Republicans wer enot satisfied with his win and there was a clear divide along racial lines.  Yet, the nation soon came together and gave the Illinois Senator a chance.  President Donald Trump received over 80 percent of the white evangelical vote facing a similar dynamic.  Once again the race for president was determined along racial lines. A 2008 article details the tone of Obama and the nation when he persisted, by faith to bring the nation together.  Perhaps, there are lessons that can be applied today to heal a racially polarized nation. By Mona Austin The impossible dream is now a fresh reality: Barack Hussein Obama, a Black, democratic, liberal Christian has become our nation's 44th president and the race wasn't even close.   In retrospection, I decided to chronicle an aspect ...

buzzz worthy. . .  Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI On  Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017 outgoing Pres. Barack Obama, formally said farewell to the armed forces as Commander-In-Chief.  Obama praised service members and their families for a job well done while noting the military shrunk and sentiment toward the sacrifice of people in uniform waned. He especially saluted the military for taking down Osama bin Laden in the fight against terrorism. Sec. of Defense Ash Carter honored Pres.Obama with a service medal. Ft. Myer, VA: Well, good afternoon.  It turns out these are easier when you're talking about somebody else.  (Laughter.)  At a moment like this, I think of all the times I’ve stood before our men and women in uniform.  Commissioning our newest officers.  Presiding over promotions.  Presenting the Commander-in Chief’s Trophy to -- the best football team in the military.  I will let you argue over that one.  (Laughter.)  I ha...

buzzz worthy. . . In this week's Slice Report with Moan Austin learn more about President Obama's views on religious tolerance, the unemployment rate, Super Bowl 50 performers, the NAACP Image Awards, the passing of Earth, Wind and Fire's Maurice White and why Donald Trump is calling for a recount of the Iowa caucus votes. Listen to the Slice Radio Report.

buzzz worthy. . . Both politicians and potential voters thought Donald Trump should have corrected a supporter at a recent rally who  referred to President Obama as a Muslim and made disparaging claims about the religious group.  Instead of addressing the controversial comments on the spot, Trump finally responded in a series of tweets that have been combined here: "Am I morally obligated to defend the president every time somebody says something bad or controversial about him? I don't think so! This is the first time in my life that I have caused controversy by NOT saying something. If someone made a nasty or controversial statement about me to the president, do you really think he would come to my rescue? No chance! If I would have challenged the man, the media would have accused me of interfering with that man's right of free speech. A no win situation! Christians need support in our country (and around the world), their religious liberty is at stake...